on finding organizing principles

The success of a good edit of any series of photographs lies in finding an organizing principle that works for the project, even if it gives the semblance of disorder, or even if the internal order reveals itself only on second or third look. It takes a sensitive designer or editor to move things beyond the obvious, such as visual rhyme, or constructing a linear narrative. Even when working with experienced photographers it can be fruitful to revisit their work and find another gravitational force at work. Catalog tree, a design company, is specialized in organizing information for graphic design applications. For some photo projects it might be an inspiration to visit their website and see what they are about.